EEP505 Education in the 21st Century (8)

Abstract

This subject focuses on and explores significant concepts and developments in the study and practice of education in the 21st century. This subject is situated around the aims and purposes of education and the channels where contemporary educational thought influences or affects educational practice. The subject is divided into two sections and will start with an anthology of readings on contemporary educational ideas and some of the key impacts on educational development where students will be able to critically evaluate existing knowledge and scholarship and identify theoretical perspectives in current practice. One of the key educational developments is the impact of digitisation and in the second half of this subject students will explore the impact of digital technology for education incorporating their understanding of current theoretical perspectives. Students will engage with concepts such as creativity, ubiquity and sharing and will critically explore the import of these notions on emerging educational practice.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1

Online

Wagga Wagga Campus

Session 2

Online

Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EEP505Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration

Grading System

School:

One session

HD/FL

School of Education

Enrolment restrictions

Related subject(s)

EEP425 Paired Subject

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to examine current literature with an informed, critical perspective;

be able to critically discuss and evaluate current theory and research;

be able to apply knowledge, skills and capacities in educational planning;

be able to contribute to the development of educational policy and practice;

be able to understand the role that technology can play in the teaching and learning process; and